Has anyone tried the Genalex Gold Lion ECC88/6922 tubes in their V2?  If so, what are your thoughts or other comparisons.

Robert Plant - Band of Joy 180 gm Vinyl  

The Rolling Stones - Their Satanic Majesties Request Japan SHMCD Mini-LP UICY-93793 with 3D Cover  

I just received the tube extenders and installed them in the V2.  Not only does it now operate considerably cooler, I think it also adds additional visual appeal to the unit.      

Senn HD600 Schiit Valhalla 2 and Modi 2 Uber Sony DTC-700 DAT Philips GA-312 Turntable

PERFECT TIMING!!!  Just got home from work and found everything waiting on my doorstep. Getting ready to take the "Maiden Voyage" with my new unplayed 40th Anniversary Edition of DSOM.    

Both the 6N1P and the 6N6P are 9 pin tubes

I was just curious if the tube savers are still below the top of unit?

I wanted to make sure I am looking at the correct tube.  I have found a Matched Pair of ECC85's but they are also calling them 6AQ8.  I just want to be sure i am looking at the correct tubes.   Thanks, John

Has anyone considered/tried using tube socket extensions in their Valhalla 2..?  I am just curious if this would effect the performance characteristics of the tubes that were installed.  These sockets are made from bakelite and would raise the installed tube approx. 19mm (approx. 3/4") (which I...

Let me recommend another excellent soundtrack..  Blade Runner Esper Edition by Vangelis....Outstanding!!

I will do that.  I just realized that I forgot to order the Phono Pre-amp.  Oh well, I guess I may have to hold off on the Pink Floyd 40th DSOM for a bit.  It's OK though....I got to see them live "almost" that long ago!!!!  LOL

Yes....I just ordered a V2 and the Modi 2 Uber yesterday.

Duh...I guess I was not thinking.  Now I understand what the "V2" was you were talking about.  I guess because I was never interested in a tube amp when the "original" Valhalla was released.  At any rate, I am all set with the Senns hd-600's now.  Just have to wait for all the goodies to show up...

I am trying to keep my budget under $300 for the headphones right now.  I just ordered my Schiit Audio Valhalla 2 and the Modi 2 Uber along with a pair of their PYST RCA cables so I am already invested $540.  I know that is probably WAY cheap compared to many here but being a "newbie" I think...

I have been doing some reading and I think I am going to try and find a pair of Sennheiser HD-600's.  I have also looked at the HD-650's and the Beyerdynamic DT-880's. (600 ohm)   Still not sure yet

Thanks for the reply.  I am getting ready to pull the trigger soon.  I think what I am going to end up doing is purchasing  both the Valhalla 2 and the Modi 2 Uber.

I am considering purchasing the Valhalla 2.  I was interested to know your thoughts since I am also considering the LD MK IV se.   Since they are both about the same price I am leaning more towards the Schiit based on the 5 Year warranty and Made in USA product.   Any thoughts or...

I just finished reading your post and I could not think that it was EXACTLY the questions I am asking right now.   I am ready to purchase my first headphone tube amp and am undecided whether to purchase the LD MK IV se or the Schiit Valhalla 2.   I have already purchased a Schiit Modi 2 Uber...

I am just getting ready to setup my first "listening station".  I am interested in purchasing some flavor of a tube headphone amp alone with a DAC.  I am also looking at some "mid-price" 300-600 ohm headphones.  I am not out to break the bank.   Here are some of my questions you may be able to...